San Francisco Giants (19-13) vs Colorado Rockies (6-25)
Game Info: Friday, May 2, 2025 at 10:15 pm (Oracle Park)
A. Senzatela (R) vs R. Ray (L)
Betting Odds: San Francisco Giants -270 / Colorado Rockies +220 --- Over/Under: 7.5 Click Here for the Latest Odds
Where to Watch: MLBN
In this article, we will formulate a Rockies vs Giants prediction for this MLB game on Friday, May 2, at Oracle Park in San Francisco, California. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this MLB matchup.
Colorado Rockies Betting Preview
The Colorado Rockies (6-25, 2-14) snapped their eight-game losing skid with a win over the Braves and in the opening game of the current series against the Giants. That's the first time they've gotten two wins in a row this year! The Rox came from 3-1 behind to win 4-3 on Thursday. Kyle Freeland pitched for 6.0 innings in a no-decision, allowing three runs on seven hits with five strikeouts and two walks. Angel Chivilli was credited with the win.
This season, the Rockies average 3.23 runs per game (29th in the MLB) on a .212/.282/.351 slash line. Regarding pitching, the Rockies’ staff has a 5.22 ERA (28th) and 1.57 WHIP (28th). Hunter Goodman leads the Rockies with a .267 batting average, five home runs, and 15 RBI this season.
The projected starting pitcher for the Rockies is Antonio Senzatela, who is 1-4 in six starts this season, with a 5.22 ERA and 1.88 WHIP in 29.1 innings.
San Francisco Giants Betting Preview
The San Francisco Giants (19-13, 9-5 Home) came back home from a two-game series loss against the Padres. Following a defeat to the Rockies in Game 1 of this series, this means the Giants lost three in a row for the first time this season. Justin Verlander pitched for 6.1 innings in a no-decision, allowing two runs on five hits with four strikeouts and one walk. Tyler Rogers took the loss.
This year, the Giants average 4.53 runs per game (12th in the MLB) on a .228/.307/.377 triple-slash. When it comes to pitching, the Giants’ staff has a 3.58 ERA (10th) and 1.25 WHIP (14th). Wilmer Flores leads the Giants with a .239 batting average, seven home runs, and 29 RBI this season.
Robbie Ray will take the mound for the Giants on Friday. The 33-year-old left-hander has a 3-0 record in six starts this year with a 3.73 ERA and 1.40 WHIP in 31.1 innings.
Total Runs Facts
- Each of the Rockies' last six games as underdogs have gone UNDER the total runs line.
- Each of the Giants' last four games as home favorites have gone UNDER the total runs line.
- The 'Inning 1 OVER 0.5 runs' market has hit in eight of the Giants' last nine home games against NL West opponents.
- The 'Inning 1 OVER 0.5 runs' market has hit in each of the Rockies' last four night games at Oracle Park.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Giants rank 25th in the league for strikeouts against this season (279).
- The Giants rank 7th in the league for strikeouts this season (279).
- The Rockies rank 30th in the league for batting average this season (.212).
- The Rockies rank 30th in the league for strikeouts against this season (318).
Rockies vs Giants Prediction
The Giants won seven of the previous ten H2H encounters, including five of the last six. Antonio Senzatela allowed 4+ runs in three of his last four starts, while Robbie Ray allowed multiple runs in each of his previous three starts. San Francisco has an edge when it comes to the pitching matchup, but I am going to bet on Over, rather than on the winner. The Rockies finally connected two wins this season, and it's hard for me to bet against them after two impressive pitching displays. Back the Over.
Oliver’s Pick Over 7.5
AUTHOR: Oliver Zivic
